Subway of Palatka
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
86
Score
Subway of Palatka has been inspected six times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 15, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about 10 violations before that.
“Open dumpster lid” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Palatka restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Water damage on wall over three compartment sink with peeling paint from wall.
36-24-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Shared dumpster lid open. Trash removal company placed receptacle too close to enclosure wall.
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Plastic single service bowls stored on counter by hand wash sink under sanitizer and paper towel dispenser exposed to splash or dripping hands. Operator relocated single service. **Corrected On-Site**
25-22-4
86
Dec 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle of degreaser stored on shelf with clean spatula. Operator relocated the chemical spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-10-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage with peeling paint on the ceiling over the three compartment sink.
36-32-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket stored on top of bulk ice bin not inverted/covered. Operator inverted the ice bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Build up of ice along the bottom of the stand up reach in freezer closest the rear exterior door.
14-69-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Catering food boxes stored in the floor in dry storage. Operator relocated the catering boxes. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
70
Oct 25, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Oct 24, 2023
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer spray bottle stored on back line prep table by the slicer. Operator relocated the spray bottle to the correct storage location. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not clean and sanitized before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Bulk ice bin in the prep area has build up of mold like substance inside of the ice bin as evident by moldy ice being produced by the machine. **Warning**
22-45-4
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Bulk ice bin in the prep area has mold in the ice inside of the bin and moldy new ice being produced when the deflector plate is moved to allow more room for ice. Operator began to remove moldy ice and has a company that has to be called to service the ice bin. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-07-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda dispenser in the lobby area has mold like substance build up inside of the drink ice chute. Operator cleaned out the dispenser ice chute. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents at the front counter area have Dust build up at ceiling tiles near air condition vents at the front counter area.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on back line in use prep table. Operator relocated the employee beverage. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On the storage shelf over the three compartment sink, clean containers stacked while wet.
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler door has a torn/hanging off cooler door gasket at the bottom portion of the door.
14-11-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old sticker pieces attached to clean containers on the storage shelf closest to the entrance to the front counter area. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Shared dumpster lid open.
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxes of single service paper bags for sandwiches stored on the floor of the prep area.
25-05-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Top shelf of the walk in cooler shelves has rust pitting the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
39
Aug 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 9 minor violations.
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Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
52
Aug 15, 2022
Complaint Full
7 minor violations.
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Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. Toilets in restrooms dirty, person in charge cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
32-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling damage above dry storage shelving, also hole in ceiling above bag in box soda storage area. Also vent above mop sink with debris buildup.
36-32-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket stored on top of ice machine not inverted. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee drinking from open can in back of kitchen, stored on prep table by microwave. Person in charge removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-12-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under ice machine, equipment in back of kitchen with debris buildup. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light shield missing on lights over ice machine area.
38-07-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelving with rust buildup.
14-17-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Subway of Palatka last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Subway of Palatka on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Subway of Palatka?
Across the inspection record, “open dumpster lid” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Subway of Palatka.
How does Subway of Palatka compare to other restaurants in Palatka?
Subway of Palatka most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Palatka average of 75.
Has Subway of Palatka's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Subway of Palatka have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Subway of Palatka means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Subway of Palatka inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Subway of Palatka is inspected around two times per year on average.
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